Posted Jan 06, 2023, Updated Aug 23, 2024 Overnight oats are a delicious way to meal prep breakfasts for the week. Recipes like these overnight oats, peanut butter overnight oats, overnight oats with yogurt , and of course these Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats only take 5 minutes and minimal ingredients to prepare – but are a delicious make-ahead breakfast everyone loves. And who wouldn’t want to enjoy the chocolate peanut butter flavor combination for breakfast? Especially when it’s healthy, loaded with fiber and will keep you full until lunch!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats: Ingredient Substitutions
Milk. Any variety of milk works well in this recipe, both dairy and non-dairy. My recommendations are almond milk, coconut milk, whole milk or 2 % milk. Just remember the higher the fat content, the creamier your overnight oats will be! You can replace up to 1/2 cup of the milk with yogurt for an even creamier version (similar to these yogurt overnight oats). Honey. Any liquid sweetener works well in this chocolate overnight oats recipe, however the two that I recommend most highly are honey and pure maple syrup (for a vegan option). Cocoa Powder. Unsweetened cocoa powder is the best choice. You can use a scoop of chocolate protein powder in addition to the cocoa powder as well. Creamy peanut butter. If you like a little texture, you can use crunchy. Any nut or seed butter works well in this recipe, such as almond, cashew, and sunflower seed butters. Vanilla extract. I do not recommend omitting the vanilla extract, it adds a rich flavor. However you could use vanilla bean paste instead. Old-fashioned oats. Use any variety of oats you wish including old-fashioned, rolled, quick-cooking and steel cut. My personal favorite is old-fashioned oats. Chia seeds. These help thicken the oats, you can use ground flaxseed instead.
How to Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
This chocolate peanut butter overnight oats recipe is so easy. As always, we will walk through the process step-by-step, and don’t forget to watch the video. First, in a large bowl whisk together milk, honey cocoa powder, peanut butter vanilla and sea salt. Then, add the oats and chia seeds and stir to combine. Then, pour mixture into four glass jars. Secure the lids and place the jars in the refrigerator. Once they thicken a bit, give the jars a good stir. Then store overnight and enjoy the next day for breakfast topped with your favorite toppings.
Serve & Enjoy
Here are a few suggestions for toppings/mix-ins that pair wonderfully with these chocolate peanut butter oats:
Fresh Berries A drizzle of peanut butter (or this homemade peanut butter) Fresh fruits (bananas, apples, citrus fruits, etc.) Other Nut Butters (like this vanilla almond butter) Chia Seeds Candied almonds Cinnamon Sugar pecans Honey or Maple Syrup Strawberry Sauce Chocolate chips or cocoa nibs Nuts (almonds, cashews, peanuts, etc.) Dried Fruits (cranberries, apricots, rasins, etc.)
Store/Freeze
Store in an airtight container (preferably a glass container with a lid) in the refrigerator for 5-7 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months. To thaw, transfer the jar to the refrigerator and let it thaw overnight. If you make and love our recipes, it would mean so much to me if you would leave a comment and rating! And don’t forget to follow along with us on Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook, and Youtube – be sure to tag @joyfoodsunshine and use the hashtag #joyfoodsunshine so we can see your creations!
